1 Make a provocative statement.

2 Incite curiosity.

3 Shock the audience.

4 Tell a story.

5 Be authentic.

6 Quote an influential person.

7 Begin with a captivating visual.

8 Ask a question.

9 Tell a relevant joke.

10 Use the word "imagine."

Now that you have reviewed How to Start a Presentation: 12 Ways to Keep Your Audience Hooked

Write 3 DIFFERENT hooks for EACH of the following speaking topics.

The day happiness returned

My greatest discovery

My mother always told me

If you try sometimes you just might fine you get what you need.

Let there be light